Posted by carson4575 on December 31, 2008
Fire Situation Report
Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry
Forestry Services
Time Period: 0800 thru 0800, 12/30/08 thru 12/31/08
PROTECTION AREA STATISTICS
NE Area – 12 fires burned 95.2 acres (Causes: 5-Inc.; 5-Debris; 1-Children; 1-Escaped Burn)
EC Area – 9 fires burned 521.5 acres (Cause: 9-Incendiary)
SE Area – 8 fires burned 424 acres (Causes: 3-Incendiary; 2-Debris; 1-Equipment)
Discussion: Fire activity was heavy yesterday throughout the Protection Area.
The largest fire in the SE Area burned 250 acres. The fire was in Atoka County and started in logging slash by a piece of logging equipment. Also one outbuilding in the SE Area was lost, valued at $5,000. Three ICS-209s were filed.
The EC Area also had control problems yesterday due to the low humidity readings and gusty winds. The largest fire in the EC Area was 205 acres. One commercial outbuilding valued at $15,000 was lost on a fire. On another incident, two residences sustained damage estimated at $55,000. Two ICS-209s will be filed
Today relative humidity readings will again be low in the State, with readings ranging from the high teens to high twenties in over most of the State. Generally, winds will be lighter than yesterday. However, southwest Oklahoma will see south winds returning which will be gusty at times.
No requests for assistance or reports of fire problems received from outside of the Protection Area.
Counties under a County Commissioner’s Burn Ban are:
Carter County (12/29/08 thru 01/05/09)
Coal County (12/29/08 thru 01/05/09)
Garvin County (12/29/08 thru 01/05/08)
Jefferson County (12/29/08 thru 01/05/09)
Johnston County (12/29/08 thru 01/05/09)
Love County (12/29/08 thru 01/05/09)
Marshall County (12/29/08 thru 01/05/09)
McIntosh County (12/29/08 thru 01/05/09)
Murray County (12/29/08 thru 01/05/09)
Tillman County (12/29/08 thru 01/05/09)
Prepared by Mark Goeller
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Posted by carson4575 on December 31, 2008
Minco Chocolate Delight
By Mary L. Clements, Oklahoma City
2006 MIO Recipe Roundup Contest 2nd Place Winner
This quick and easy recipe would be a hit at any New Year’s Eve party or anytime you want something sweet and chocolaty! Enjoy and have a safe and happy New Year!
Ingredients:
1 (18.4 oz.) box Betty Crocker super moist triple chocolate fudge cake mix
2 eggs
1 C. Neighbors brewed coffee (at room temperature)
1 C. Garden Club mayonnaise
½ stick Hiland or Braum’s butter
½ C. sugar
1/3 C. Kahlua
Preheat oven according to directions on the cake mix box. Combine cake mix, eggs, coffee and mayonnaise in a large mixing bowl. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds and then beat two minutes on medium speed, scraping bowl frequently.
Pour into bundt pan and bake 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted comes out clean. Remove from oven.
Melt butter in small saucepan. Add sugar and stir until dissolved. Add Kahlua, stir and bring to a boil for 30 seconds.
Top the cake with the Kahlua mixture. Return to oven and bake five more minutes. Remove cake from oven and let cool for 10 minutes. Invert onto rack to cool completely. May be served with ice cream or whipped cream.
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Posted by carson4575 on December 30, 2008
Fire Situation Report
Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry
Forestry Services
Time Period: 0800 thru 0800, 12/29/08 thru 12/30/08
PROTECTION AREA STATISTICS
NE Area – 3 fires burned 103 acres (Causes: 2-Debris; 1-Incendiary)
EC Area – 1 fires burned 4 acres(Cause: Equipment)
SE Area – 2 fires burned 1 acre (Causes: 1-Incendiary; 1-Equipment)
Discussion: Fire activity was light again yesterday. Today relative humidity readings will again be low in the State, with readings in low teens over most of the State. Winds will be stronger than yesterday and gusty at times, into the 20+mph range. The persistent dry air which entered the State yesterday coupled with the winds today will cause any fire which starts today to be resistant to control efforts.
No requests for assistance or reports of fire problems received from outside of the Protection Area.
Counties under a County Commissioner’s Burn Ban are:
Bryan County (12/23/08 thru 12/30/08)
Carter County (12/29/08 thru 01/05/09)
Coal County (12/29/08 thru 01/05/09)
Jefferson County (12/29/08 thru 01/05/09)
Johnston County (12/29/08 thru 01/05/09)
Love County (12/29/08 thru 01/05/09)
Marshall County (12/29/08 thru 01/05/09)
McIntosh County (12/29/08 thru 01/05/09)
Murray County (12/29/08 thru 01/05/09)
Tillman County (12/29/08 thru 01/05/09)
Prepared by Mark Goeller
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Posted by carson4575 on December 30, 2008
It is no secret that we had hoped the killer or killers responsible for the death of a Logan County cow would be in custody by now. So far, however, no arrests have been made.
Our Investigative Division continues their efforts to find the criminals and we’re still hoping that $7,500 in reward money will prompt someone to do the right thing and come forward with information. We’ve had some great support from state media in publicizing information about both the crime and the reward. In today’s Journal Record, Brian Brus provides an update from ODAFF Agent, Jerry Flowers.
–Jack Carson
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Posted by carson4575 on December 29, 2008
Fire Situation Report
Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry
Forestry Services
Time Period: 0800 thru 0800, 12/24/08 thru 12/29/08
PROTECTION AREA STATISTICS (Far Eastern Oklahoma Counties Only)
NE Area – 3 fires burned 170 acres (Causes: 2-Incendiary; 1-Equipment)
EC Area – 2 fires burned 5 acres(Causes: 2-Incendiary)
SE Area – 1 fire burned 31 acres (Cause: Incendiary)
Discussion: Fire activity was light during the long Holiday weekend. The substantial rainfall which fell over much of the Protection Area and cool, moist conditions helped minimize fire occurrence.
Throughout the coming week no moisture is anticipated statewide. Today relative humidity readings will be very low in the State, with single digit readings in South Central and Southwest Oklahoma. Winds will be light, but tomorrow winds will pick up in advance of an approaching cold front.
During the time period, no requests for assistance or reports of fire problems received from outside of the Protection Area.
A number of County Burn Bans will either expire today or be renewed at their respective Board of Commissioner’s meeting. Counties under a County Commissioner’s Burn Ban are:
Bryan County (12/23/08 thru 12/30/08)
Carter County (12/22/08 thru 12/29/08)
Coal County (12/22/08 thru 12/29/08)
Garvin County (12/22/08 thru 12/29/08)
Johnston County (12/22/08 thru 12/29/08)
Love County (12/22/08 thru 12/29/08)
Marshall County (12/22/08 thru 12/29/08)
McIntosh County (12/22/08 thru 12/29/08)
Murray County (12/22/08 thru 12/29/08)
Muskogee County (12/23/08 thru 12/29/08)
Pittsburg County (12/22/08 thru 12/29/08)
Pontotoc County (12/22/08 thru 12/29/08)
Tillman County (12/22/08 thru 12/29/08)
Prepared by Mark Goeller
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Posted by carson4575 on December 24, 2008
Fire Situation Report
Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry
Forestry Services
Time Period: 0800 thru 0800, 12/23/08 thru 12/24/08
PROTECTION AREA STATISTICS (Far Eastern Oklahoma)
NE Area – 0 fires
EC Area – 0 fires
SE Area – 0 fires
Discussion: No fire control problems were experienced yesterday due to the moisture received throughout the Protection Area. The Protection Area and much of eastern Oklahoma is currently receiving moisture and will for a few more hours today. Drier air will follow the cold front that is now in western Oklahoma. Fire danger will elevate tomorrow and Friday as south winds return.
No requests for assistance or reports of fire problems received from outside of the Protection Area.
Some of our offices and the Governor’s office are receiving complaints concerning the Burn Bans in their counties. The main complaints have been that the county is still under a ban despite rainfall received and continued moist conditions.
Unless fire conditions warrant, the next situation update will be December 29.
Counties under a County Commissioner’s Burn Ban are:
Bryan County (12/23/08 thru 12/30/08)
Carter County (12/22/08 thru 12/29/08)
Coal County (12/22/08 thru 12/29/08)
Garvin County (12/22/08 thru 12/29/08)
Johnston County (12/22/08 thru 12/29/08)
Love County (12/22/08 thru 12/29/08)
Marshall County (12/22/08 thru 12/29/08)
McIntosh County (12/22/08 thru 12/29/08)
Murray County (12/22/08 thru 12/29/08)
Muskogee County (12/23/08 thru 12/29/08)
Pittsburg County (12/22/08 thru 12/29/08)
Pontotoc County (12/22/08 thru 12/29/08)
Tillman County (12/22/08 thru 12/29/08)
Prepared by Mark Goeller
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Posted by carson4575 on December 24, 2008
Working Man’s Quiche
An Original Recipe by Chef Kurt Fleischfresser
Serves 8
This would be a great entrée for a holiday get together or a New Year’s Day brunch.
Ingredients
1 lb. J.C. Potter spicy sausage
1 bunch green onions, sliced and keeping some of the green
1 (8 oz.) Pkg. J-M Farms sliced mushrooms
1 red pepper, roasted, peeled and diced
1 lb. Monterey Jack cheese, grated
2 C. Hiland whipping cream
3 eggs
1 t. dried parlsey
Salt and pepper to taste
1 (15 oz.) refrigerated pie crust.
Preheat oven to 350 F. Brown sausage and drain. In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms and green onions until tender.
In large bowl, mix together sausage, mushrooms, onions, roasted peppers and cheese. In a separate bowl, lightly whip together cream, eggs, parsley, salt and pepper.
Arrange the sausage mixture in the bottom of the pie crust that has been prepared following the manufacturer’s instructions and pour the cream and egg mixture over the top. Bake for about an hour or until the custard has set. Let the quiche cool on a rack and serve warm.
Chef Kurt recommends a Woods & Waters Winery and Vineyard Rose of Caddo as a great accompaniment to this dish.
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Posted by carson4575 on December 23, 2008
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Posted by carson4575 on December 23, 2008
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year From The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry!
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Posted by carson4575 on December 23, 2008
Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry
Forestry Services
Time Period: 0800 thru 0800, 12/22/08 thru 12/23/08
PROTECTION AREA STATISTICS (Far Eastern Oklahoma)
NE Area – 5 fires burned 124 acres (Cause: 5 Incendiary)
EC Area – 1 fire burned 5 acres (Cause: Incendiary)
SE Area – 1 fire burned 10 acres (Cause: Incendiary)
Discussion: No fire control problems are anticipated today. The SE Area and EC Area are currently receiving moisture. Despite the strong winds expected today, the higher humidity values expected today will keep fire behavior at a low to moderate level.
No requests for assistance or reports of fire problems received from outside of the Protection Area.
Counties under a County Commissioner’s Burn Ban are:
Bryan County (12/16/08 thru 12/23/08)
Carter County (12/15/08 thru 12/22/08)
Coal County (12/15/08 thru 12/22/08)
Garvin County (12/15/08 thru 12/22/08)
Johnston County (12/15/08 thru 12/22/08)
Love County (12/15/08 thru 12/22/08)
Marshall County (12/15/08 thru 12/22/08)
McIntosh County (12/15/08 thru 12/22/08)
Murray County (12/15/08 thru 12/22/08)
Muskogee County (12/23/08 thru 12/29/08)
Pittsburg County (12/15/08 thru 12/22/08)
Pontotoc County (12/15/08 thru 12/22/08)
Tillman County (12/15/08 thru 12/22/08)
Prepared by Mark Goeller
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